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From early education to adulthood, our wide range of services-including preschool and school programs, day and residential habilitation, community connections, and employment services-are designed to uplift every individual’s unique strengths and dreams.\nWe believe in the power of people-of every background, identity, and ability-to create change and build a more inclusive world. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. At Abilities First, you’ll join a mission-driven team that values collaboration, celebrates individuality, and is dedicated to meaningful work. If you're ready to turn your passion into purpose, we’d love to welcome you aboard.\nPosition Summary:\nThe Maintenance Specialist will develop and retain a complete understanding of building structure, mechanical operation and components for assigned locations, diagnosis and completion of repairs as reported by location staff and/or as determined by on-site inspections. This position will complete necessary repairs or follow through with contractors to ensure completion of repairs. This position will require the ability to travel to sites in Dutchess and Orange counties.\nSchedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm, with flexibility required according to business needs\nPay Range: $19.89-$22.89 based on experience\nResponsibilities will include:\nComplete monthly and quarterly site inspections.\nCoordinate with sub-contractors and/or agency staff members to ensure maintenance of the location.\nComplete work orders for assigned location.\nComplete work orders as back up and/or for emergencies at agency locations.\nComplete daily log of work including work time.\nPerform typical repairs including but not limited to plumbing, electrical, building structural, snow plowing and shoveling tasks.\nMoving offices, files and participant household belongings.\nMaintain safe and efficient work areas at all times.\nWill carry cellular phone and/or pager and respond to calls during all work hours.\nEnsures all required trainings and certifications required are current, and seeks further support and training where needed.\nAdhere to agency Code of Legal and Ethical Behavior, which require all employees, consultants, board members, volunteers and affiliates to perform their responsibilities according to ethical and legal standards with honesty, integrity, fairness, good faith and respect for others and the law.\nFollows all agency policy and procedures and demonstrates continuous regard to personal safety and the safety of others.\nPerforms other appropriate job related activities as requested by your supervisor or as circumstances warrant.\nWill incorporate CORE concepts of person-centered excellence by respecting people’s concerns and responding accordingly and will use “teachable moments” to assist people in understanding and exercising their rights.\nPerks & Benefits:\nTime to Recharge - Vacation, personal, sick, and holidays built around the school calendar\nHealth & Wellness - Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you covered\nPlan For The Future - Retirement Savings Options and employer-paid life insurance\nLevel Up Your Skills- Tuition reimbursement and online training through the College of Direct Support (and to boost your earning potential)\nGet Paid When You Need It - On Demand Pay gives you access to earnings as early as the next day\nExclusive Extras - Employee discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, and more\nRequirements\nExperience in all aspects of general building maintenance which will include but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, appliance repair & installation, grounds keeping, landscaping and snow removal.\nExperience in preventive maintenance inspections and repairs.\nMust be available to work on an Emergency on-call rotation.\nMust be able to work independently.\nMust be able to effectively use technology such as smart phones and tablets to receive daily work orders and perform follow up documentation.\nMust have proficient reading and writing skills.\nKnowledge of job costing and trade license is preferred.\nMust have a current NYS driver’s license, free of moving violations; deemed acceptable by our insurance carrier.\n Physical Demands\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.\nUnless reasonable accommodations can be made, in order to perform the essential functions of this job, an individual shall be required to:\nHave the ability to lift up to 100 lbs., bend, squat, bend the knees, pivot and grasp with both hands (in order to properly and safely lift items, work on ladders, scaffolding, etc.).\nHave the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.\n At Abilities First, we recognize that talent and potential come in many forms. If this position inspires you but your experience does not align with every preferred qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 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